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SATURDAY April 14, 2018

UofL Shelby Campus Founder’s Union Building

312 N. WHITTINGTON PKWY. | LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

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AccreditationDentists and Dental Hygienists: This live course meets regulatory requirements for 3.75 hours credit as permitted by 201 KAR 8:532

for dentists and 201 KAR 8:562 for dental hygienists.

Other: UK Healthcare CECentral certifies this activity for 3.75 hours of participation.

Meeting FacilitiesAll educational sessions and meal functions will be held

at the UofL Shelby Campus Founder’s Union Building, 312 N. Whittington Pkwy., Louisville, KY 40222

AccommodationsA limited number of sleeping rooms have been blocked at the Residence

Inn Louisville East (120 N. Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222) at a reduced rate of $138/night + tax. To make reservations, contact the

Residence Inn at (502) 425-1821 and reference the “UK Dentistry Block” to obtain conference pricing. The reservation deadline is

Friday, March 30, 2018. After the date, reservations will be accepted on a space/rate available basis. Individuals are responsible

for all charges incurred.

Special ServicesPlease indicate when registering if you require special

accommodations to attend this activity.

Cancellation PolicyUK HealthCare CECentral reserves the right to cancel or make substitutions to this activity.

AcknowledgementThis activity is jointly provided by UK Healthcare CECentral

and Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy.

We also thank the Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center at the University of Kentucky College of Public Health.

CYNTHIA L. EFFINGER, JDAttorney, Kentucky Board of Dentistry (Louisville, Kentucky)Cynthia earned a BA from the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, and a JD from the University of

Louisville School of Law, in Louisville, Kentucky. Her main practice area focuses in employment and commercial litigation assisting clients with business

disputes, claims of discrimination and harassment, non-compete and other restrictive covenant agreements, wage and hour issues, and contract disputes. Most recently, she has assisted clients in resolving US Department of Labor and Kentucky Labor Cabinet investigations and audits. In addition to litigation work, Cynthia works with clients to develop employee handbooks including social

media policies and is involved in employee relations issues. Cynthia’s background lends itself well to consulting with businesses with regard to client and competitor

issues as well as disputes among business owners.

BRIAN FINGERSON, RPHExecutive Director, Kentucky Professionals Recovery Network (KYPRN) | Adjunct Assistant Professor, University of Kentucky College of Pharmacy | Faculty Member, University of Utah School on Alcoholism and Other Drug Dependencies (Louisville, Kentucky)The Kentucky Professionals Recovery Network (KYPRN) is a company formed to educate health care

professionals about the disease of chemical dependency. KYPRN administers the recovery programs for the Pharmacy, Dentistry, Veterinary, Physical Therapy, and Respiratory Care professional and is involved in assisting the chemically dependent health professional in their recovery process and supporting their return to active practice.

He has presented at a multitude of conferences and seminars at the local, state and national levels.

VAN INGRAMExecutive Director, Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy (Frankfort, Kentucky)

Ingram joined ODCP in November 2004, shortly after it was created with the mission of coordinating Kentucky’s substance abuse efforts in enforcement, treatment and prevention/education. Ingram served with the Maysville Police Department for more than 23 years, the last six as its chief. He is a

former president of the Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police, and was named “Kentucky Chief of the Year” in 2001. He is a former recipient of the Governor’s Award for Outstanding Contribution to Law Enforcement as well as the Melvin Shein Award for distinguished service to Kentucky law enforcement. In addition, he is a frequent speaker on a variety of substance abuse issues and has presented to numerous

groups and national organizations on the topic of electronically monitoring pseudoephedrine sales.

BRETT KESSLER, DDSOwner, Town Center Dentistry and Orthodontics | President, Colorado Prosthodontic Society | Past President, Colorado Dental Association (Denver, Colorado)Dr. Kessler earned a BS in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Iowa and a DDS from the

University of Illinois. He completed residency at Northwestern Memorial Hospital where he focused on dental management of medically compromised patients, specifically analyzing how teeth affect systemic diseases and vice versa.From 1997 to 2000, Kessler mentored under Dr. Rob Terry at a private practice in Flint, Michigan. It was here

that he was introduced to the Pankey Philosophy, the highly respected approach to comprehensive care. During this time, Kessler was also a clinical associate professor at the University of Michigan.

Dr. Kessler recently served at the Colorado Dental Association’s 128th president. He is a past board member of the Metro Denver Dental Society as well as a former part-time faculty member of the University of Colorado School of Dental Medicine. He also serves as the chair of the Dental Well Being Committee for the State of Colorado. In 2007, Dr. Kessler testified before congress on behalf of the ADA on the ravages of methamphetamines on

oral health. He speaks internationally regarding this subject. Dr. Kessler is passionate about organized dentistry and advocacy for oral health and patient care.

All planners, speakers, and reviewers involved with content development for continuing education activities provided by the University of Kentucky are expected to disclose any real or perceived conflict of interest related to the content of the activity. Detailed disclosures will be included in participant materials or given prior to the start of the activity.

OverviewDrug overdose is a huge problem facing the health care system in Kentucky. Drug overdose deaths are acute poisoning deaths due to prescription or illicit drugs. According to data from the National Center for Health Statistics, Kentucky had the fourth highest drug overdose death rate in the US in 2014.

Kentucky Injury Prevention and Research Center - http://www.mc.uky.edu/kiprc/Kentucky Department for Public Health http://chfs.ky.gov/dph/Released October 2015

Dentists encounter patients seeking prescription or illicit drugs in all work settings. They are in frequent contact with patients seeking care who use illicit drugs and face complex clinical and personal situations that require a high level of clinical competence, expertise, and skill.

ObjectivesUpon completion of this educational activity, participants will be able to:

1. Help keep opioids from becoming a source of harm to patients with pain2. Manage dental pain especially for patients who are at risk for drug overdose and/or addiction3. Identify resources to support the dental professional in recovery4. Discuss laws and regulations related to prescribing controlled substances

Tackling the Opioid Epidemic:The Dental Team’s Responsibility

JOHN LINDROTH, DDSAssociate Professor, Urgent Care Clinic OHP/Oral Diagnosis, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry (Lexington, Kentucky)Dr. Lindroth earned a DDS from West Virginia University College of Dentistry and completed residency and

a residency in Orofacial Painat the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He practiced general dentistry for twelve years with emphasis in orofacial pain and TMJ before joining the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry. He trains the residents in the areas of orofacial pain and management of sleep disordered breathing.

Dr. Lindroth has published in the areas of orofacial pain and acute pain management in the addicted patient. He is a certified by the American Board of Orofacial Pain, is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orofacial

Pain, and is a consultant for the Kentucky Dental Association Well Being Committee. Clinical interests include Orofacial Pain, Sleeping Breathing Disorders, and Temporomandibular Joint

Disorder (TMJ).

PATRICK J. SAMMON, PHDProfessor Emeritus, University of Kentucky College of Dentistry and University of Kentucky College of Medicine, Department of Physiology (Lexington, Kentucky)

Dr. Sammon has served with the Advisory Committee on Chemical Dependency Issues, Council on Dental Practice American Dental Association and was a consultant and trainer for the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention Medical Specialty Program. He is also an instructor for the Counter Drug Task Force training Programs in St. Petersburg, Florida. Dr. Sammon has received several national recognitions for his innovative and successful educational efforts.

ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.cecentral.com/live/11612

Speakers

Agenda7:00 – 8:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast8:00 – 8:15 am Welcome and Introductions Patrick J. Sammon,Ph

8:15 – 9:00 am KEYNOTE ADDRESS — An Epidemic of Addiction: Responding to the Prescription Opioid and Heroin Crisis Brent Kessler, DDS

9:00 – 9:30 am Laws and Regulations Applicable to Prescribing Controlled Substances – Kentucky Board of Dentistry Cynthia L. Effinger, JD

9:30 – 10:00 am Peer Assistance for the Dental Team Member with Opioid Dependency Brian Fingerson, RPh

10:00 – 10:15 am Refreshment Break10:15 – 11:15 am Stoners, Dragon Chasers, Tweakers and Drunks — Not in

My Practice... Yeah, Right! Brent Kessler, DDS

11:15 am – 12:00 pm Acute Pain Management John Lindroth, DDS

12:00 – 12:30 pm Closing Remarks Van Ingram

12:30 – 12:35 pm Evaluation and Adjournment